ATI Mental Health Homework

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Chapter one: 1. 1. A nurse is discussing mental status examinations with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicate an understanding of the teach... ing? (Select all that apply.) Answer: "To check cognitive ability, I should ask the client to count backward by sevens.", "To check affect, I should observe the client's facial expression.”, and "To check language ability, I should instruct the client to write a sentence." 2. A nurse is told during change-of-shift report that a client is stuporous. When evaluating the client, which of the following findings should the nurse expect? Answer: The client arouses briefly in response to a sternal rub. 3. A nurse is assisting with the plan of care for a client who has a mental health disorder. Which of the following actions should the nurse recommend as a psychobiological intervention? Answer: Monitoring for adverse effects of medications. 4. A nurse in an outpatient mental health clinic is preparing to assist with an initial client interview. When conducting the interview, which of the following actions should the nurse identify as the priority? Answer: Identify the client's perception of her mental health status. 5. A nurse is assisting with a p [Show More]

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